English Sentences Focusing on Words and Their Word Families
The Word "But" in Example Sentences
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1092842	Tom talked for a long time, but didn't really say much.	CK	1
2418222	Tom thought Mary was single, but he wasn't really sure.	CK	1
2042641	Tom wanted to kiss Mary goodbye, but knew he shouldn't.	CK	1
892468	At first, I didn't like it, but it gradually became fun.	Scott	1
327918	For him it may be possible, but I'd never pass the test.	CM	1
2308073	I could be wrong, but I think it'll rain this afternoon.	CK	1
253811	I had intended to finish this yesterday, but I couldn't.	CK	1
2451101	I studied French in school, but I'm not very good at it.	CK	1
1938885	I thought Tom had paid Mary, but apparently I was wrong.	CK	1
1938845	I thought Tom would be nervous, but he was very relaxed.	CK	1
497111	My mother has a driver's license, but she doesn't drive.	CK	1
324970	There was nothing to do but wait until the next morning.	Eldad	1
1029659	Tom asked Mary to stay, but she had to get back to work.	CK	1
2956327	Tom considered moving to Boston, but decided against it.	CK	1
1095200	Tom could have told Mary the truth, but he chose not to.	CK	1
1026100	Tom doesn't know it yet, but he's going to get laid off.	CK	1
2427945	Tom doesn't think Mary lies to him, but I know she does.	CK	1
1028260	Tom offered Mary some money, but she refused to take it.	CK	1
1228174	Tom reads French quite well, but isn't able to speak it.	CK	1
1024172	Tom should be home by now, but he's still at his office.	CK	1
1884409	Tom won't admit it, but he's secretly in love with Mary.	CK	1
1027706	Tom wrote a love letter to Mary, but she didn't read it.	CK	1
51458	Excuse me, but could you tell me the way to the bus stop?	CK	1
303912	He used to eat out every day, but now he can't afford it.	CK	1
256990	I complained, but they refused to take this sweater back.	CK	1
2308072	I could be wrong, but I think Tom wants to go home early.	CK	1
2042672	I could force you to do that, but I don't really want to.	CK	1
274660	I don't know about the others, but as for me, I'm for it.	CM	1
2318348	I don't know what Tom told you, but it might not be true.	CK	1
2063213	I needed your help on something, but I couldn't find you.	CK	1
2406537	I speak French a little, but I'm not yet very good at it.	CK	1
1961195	I thought about throwing it away, but decided to keep it.	CK	1
1934733	I've been trying to find a way to reach Tom, but I can't.	CK	1
1327634	She tried to lift the box, but found it impossible to do.	CK	1
388321	These flowers aren't only beautiful, but they smell nice.	CK	1
1029216	Tom doesn't always arrive on time, but Mary usually does.	CK	1
1024998	Tom is in a lot of pain, but he says that he can take it.	CK	1
1040561	Tom seems to have packed everything but the kitchen sink.	CK	1
2537224	Tom spoke to Mary in French, but she answered in English.	CK	1
1027824	Tom waited a long time for Mary, but she never showed up.	CK	1
1092526	Tom wanted to buy a soprano sax, but couldn't afford one.	CK	1
1092525	Tom wanted to call the police, but Mary wouldn't let him.	CK	1
2944785	Tom's handwriting isn't very good, but it's easy to read.	CK	1
1956365	We can't prove Tom is lying, but we're pretty sure he is.	CK	1
2042700	You want me to get a better job, but I don't think I can.	CK	1
2060841	You're a good student, but you still have a lot to learn.	CK	1
1951834	I can't help but wonder if Tom will be at school tomorrow.	CK	1
1027551	I doubt that Tom would help, but you should still ask him.	CK	1
2334138	I hate to bother you, but would you mind closing the door?	CK	1
953506	I know that I'm supposed to enjoy this class, but I don't.	CK	1